Choosing Jungian Analysis
A deep exploration of identity and connection to oneself and others
Jungian analysis, also called Jungian psychotherapy, is a thorough, analytical approach to talk therapy that seeks to bring balance and union between conscious and unconscious parts of one’s personality. It is a type of psychodynamic therapy which works with one’s instinctual motivation for psychological development. The goal is to achieve psychological healing and wellness by bringing into conscious awareness attitudes, beliefs, and dynamics operating in the unconscious which influence how one understands oneself and one’s behaviour. According to Jungian psychology, when the natural tendency to individuate, to become one's authentic self, is thwarted, mental health issues such as neurosis and depression are the result.
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Jungian psychology
Understanding the Jungian approach and its origins
The difference between general psychotherapy and Jungian analysis
The emphasis on working with the images and symbols of the unconscious as they appear in dreams, creative expression and symptoms as well as a positive focus on the ongoing process of growth is what differentiates Jungian analysis from most other psychotherapeutic modalities.
The evolution of Jungian Analysis
Developed by Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung in the first half of the 20th century, Jungian analysis cultivates the natural human tendency toward personal growth alongside the exploration of one’s past experiences—including childhood experiences, which may affect healthy psychological development—and within the context of unconscious factors and dynamics. He preferred to call his approach Analytical
Developed by Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung in the first half of the 20th century, Jungian analysis cultivates the natural human tendency toward personal growth alongside the exploration of one’s past experiences—including childhood experiences, which may affect healthy psychological development—and within the context of unconscious factors and dynamics. He preferred to call his approach Analytical Psychology to differentiate it from Sigmund Freud’s Psychoanalysis, because, unlike Freud, he believed the unconscious is an inherent source of wisdom and guidance in the process of human sychological development, and not just a kind of storehouse for repressed memories and experiences.
Jungian psychotherapy is considered holistic in that it cultivates wellness in the entire personality rather than targeting specific symptoms. It does not entail manualized treatment, which has predetermined steps and proceeds according to an outline, as some forms of treatment do. Rather, treatment is determined by the specific needs of the individual.
Psychology to differentiate it from Sigmund Freud’s Psychoanalysis because, unlike Freud, he believed the unconscious is an inherent source of wisdom and guidance in process of human psychological development, and not just a kind of storehouse for repressed memories and experiences.
Lower fee analysis
For those facing financial hardship, lower fee analysis is available with OAJA Analyst Training Program second-stage candidates.
an outline, as some forms of treatment do. Rather, treatment is determined by the specific needs of the individual.
What Jungian analysis can help
Jungian psychotherapy may be used to treat a wide variety of issues such as depression, destructive relationship patterns, personality patterns such as obsessive-compulsive personality, traumatic stress, addiction issues, and matters of aging and meaning. An increasing number of Jungian analysts are trauma-informed, integrating practices from other therapies along with Jungian perspectives. Some Jungian analysts also work with children, employing various techniques such as art therapy and sandplay.
Lower fee analysis
Advanced Candidates in training are required to earn significant experience treating clients (under supervision) as a major component of graduation. They typically offer lower fee analysis to acquire this experience. Advanced Candidates in training are listed below under ‘Lower fee analysis.’
